Arjun Kapoor paid a heartfelt tribute to his late grandmother Nirmal Kapoor, who passed away on May 2 at the age of 90 at Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital in Mumbai. The emotionally charged message from Arjun Kapoor, shared on social media, expressed the profound impact Nirmal Kapoor had on his life and the immense void her passing has created within the Kapoor family and the wider film community.
Nirmal Kapoor, mother to producer Boney Kapoor and actors Anil Kapoor and Sanjay Kapoor, as well as Reema Kapoor (Marwah), was the cherished grandmother of several members of the Kapoor family, including Arjun Kapoor, Janhvi Kapoor, and Sonam Kapoor. Her influence extended far beyond her immediate family, earning her affection and respect across Bollywood circles.
In his moving note, Arjun Kapoor reflected on the precious moments and irreplaceable memories he shared with Nirmal Kapoor. He wrote,
This heartfelt tribute from Arjun Kapoor resonated with numerous fans and members of the film industry, many offering condolences and memories of their own. Among the family, actor Sonam Kapoor also shared her feelings, posting a photograph with the message, Love you Dadi, and honored her grandmother with a shloka:
The passing of Nirmal Kapoor is seen as the closing of an important chapter for the Kapoor family, yet, as Arjun Kapoor emphasized, her values, warmth, and traditions will continue through her children and grandchildren. The Kapoor family remains united, holding on to memories and honoring her legacy whenever they gather for family occasions, festivals, or meals.
Nirmal Kapoor’s lasting impact and Arjun Kapoor’s emotional tribute highlight the importance of family bonds and the enduring influence of elders within India’s most celebrated film dynasty. As the Kapoor family moves forward, Arjun Kapoor’s words serve as a reminder that while loved ones may be gone, their teachings and memories continue to shape generations, promising that the legacy of Nirmal Kapoor will live on.
